https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-new-muslim-nato-shows-trump-s-authority-in-the-middle-east-has-collapsedContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-new-muslim-nato-shows-trump-s-authority-in-the-middle-east-has-collapsedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/why-new-muslim-nato-shows-trump-s-authority-in-the-middle-east-has-collapsed#u45193Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:35:58 +0000A new security pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, dubbed a 'Muslim Nato', signals a shift in the Middle East's balance of power, potentially eroding US influence in the region. The agreement, praised by Trump, may indicate a waning of his authority in the Middle East. This development could have significant implications for regional security and US foreign policy.Why it mattersThe Middle East has been a critical region for US foreign policy and security interests for decades. The US has traditionally played a key role in maintaining regional stability, often throug